Thomas Stone National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)

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Thomas Stone National Historic Site

When Thomas Stone signed the Declaration of Independence he literally wrote himself into American history.
Immerse yourself in revolutionary history. Visit the restored house and stroll the 322 acres of Haberdeventure, a "dwelling place in the winds". Purchased in 1770 by Thomas Stone, this restored plantation home has been open to the public as a National Historic Site since 1997.

Park Exhibit: "Habre de Venture: Dwelling Place of the Arts"

In partnership between the National Park Service and the Charles County Arts Alliance, Thomas Stone National Historic Site will host a temporary art exhibit, running from February to June 2012. The title of the exhibit and art show is; "Habre de Venture: Dwelling Place of the Arts."

Artists throughout Maryland are invited to submit their artworks for consideration. Deadline is January 15th. For more information check the link below:

Submission Information

		THINGS TO SEE AND DO Visitors are welcome to attend Ranger led programs and tour the home of Thomas Stone. Park Visitors can also experience the site at their own pace; stroll across the the park grounds amidst the farm buildings or travel the old farm trace roads and imagine the past. more...

Ranger Hill and Students during education program

EDUCATION PROGRAMS

History on Trial
Guilty or Innocent? Let your students decide. In an interactive education program, students debate whether Thomas Stone, a Signer of the Declaration of Independence is guilty of treason or innocent. For more information about the education program and how to book check out the link below!

History on Trial

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Thomas Stone National Historic Site is now Social Media!

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Thomas-Stone-National-Historic-Site/177804595591506

Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/ThomasStoneNHS

Heritage Areas/Trails

Washington-Rochambeau Route

Other National Park units with existing homes of the Signers.

Write to

6655 Rose Hill Rd
Port Tobacco, MD 20677

Phone

Phone
(301) 392-1776

Fax

(301) 934-8793

Climate

Summers are generally hot and humid with occasional thunderstorms. Winters are generally mild with variable precipitation. Wearing layers of clothing is recommended during late fall, winter, and early spring.

For group reservation: THST_Reservations@nps.gov

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